Supporting local business and community with eventsThe North Bend community has been hard at work, resulting in fun, multigenerational events that support the community as well as one another, by driving local economic development.

Spring is officially here, and North Bend is positively buzzing with energy! Businesses and non-profit organizations have harnessed this enthusiasm, and with this coordinated and hosted a wide variety of successful local events. Our business community experiences a reciprocal effect of heightened visitors, interested locals and with that, economic development. Many of these events serve not only our business community, but the Valley community at large.

The North Bend Downtown Foundation hosted its second Sip Suds & Si March 30. Sold out with over 700 attendees, 16 full venues, artists and tastings, live and local music, the NBDF had a very successful art walk. The next Sip Suds & Si will be Saturday, October 19.

RE/MAX Integrity North Bend hosted their fifth Annual Egg Hunt April 13, complete with refreshments, photo ops, art, and of course, a visit from the Easter Bunny!

North Bend Chevrolet will be hosting their second “Fill Up the Truck” Event Wednesday, April 24. Last year, they filled a ‘72 Chevy with food for hungy kids at North Bend Elementary, Snoqualmie Valley Elementary, Two Rivers High School and Mt Si

High School They hope to do it again this year.

Jazz Clubs NW held their annual North Bend Jazz Walk in downtown North Bend, with 14 venues that supported regional jazz artists. Downtown was literally hoppin’!

As we continue to experience the ebb and flow of seasonal business and daily life, let’s take a moment to thank our business community for the passion, planning and funding it takes to hold these beneficial community events. And remember, cross- marketing for our business neighbors is excellent karma!

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Striving to support a strong local economy and the unique character of the North Bend community.

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Pearl and Stone Wine Co is moving into a new production facility, at 45120 SE North Bend Way. The move to the new facility will allow Pearl and Stone to continue growing and making quality wine.

“We started in 2013 with about 350 cases and this year (2018 vintage), we produced approximately 1,400, so the growth has been good and steady thanks to the amazing support of our local community,” said winemaker, Chris Stone.

North Bend Art and Industry (NBAI), a new non-profit organization, has been hard at work. In 2018, they successfully moved the historic North Bend Timber Company train building to a new location, at 1265 E North Bend Way. The train building will serve as the home of NBAI, as well as a neighborhood art creation space.

“We are excited that our non-profit board is in place with the 501c3 status pending approval. We have already hosted two community art projects which will be on display in the gardens at North Bend Art & Industry,” said Beth Burrows.

Follow their progress and learn about future events at facebook.com/NorthBendArtandIndustry.

New Production Facility for Pearl and Stone Wine Co

Here Comes the Sun... North Bend Art & Industry Twin Peaks Pub Opens Downtown

Lifetime North Bend resident, Anita Young, along with husband Jim, realized their dream of owning a bar with the opening of Twin Peaks Pub in downtown North Bend, at 129 W North Bend Way.

“I have always wanted to own a bar where I could serve the community and meet new people,” Anita said. Twin Peaks Pub offers a full menu with burgers, chicken wings, homemade soups, fries, onion rings and homemade pizza as well as tacos every Thursday. They also feature entertainment with pool, karaoke every Friday starting at 8:30 p.m. and live bands every third Saturday of the month.

Merchant Meet & GreetJoin the North Bend Downtown Foundation for their quarterly Merchant

Meet and Greet, from 6 - 8 p.m., at the beautiful Nursery at Mt Si. Be prepared to mingle with your business

neighbors, and make new, positive connections.

DOWNTOWN BLOCK PARTY

Local Entrepreneurs Has your business done something new that you want to share with your business community? Email Bre Keveren!

North Bend Library EventThe North Bend Library is celebrating 25 years in its current location: 115 East Fourth Street. Stop by to show

support for our local library at this free, day-long event, which will be jam-packed with various activities. kcls.bibliocommons.com/events

‘Fill the Truck’ Food EventNorth Bend Chevrolet is hosting the Fill the Truck food event again this year at their showroom (106 Main Avenue North), from 5 to

8 p.m. They invite you to stop by and help ‘fill the truck’ with food for the SVSD Food Care Closets. They’d love the following: granola/protein bars (low sugar), cracker packs, fruit snacks, apple juice boxes,

peanut butter and jelly, and instant oatmeal.

The line-up this year will once again be ROCKIN’!

TAYLA LYNN is country-legend Loretta Lynn’s grandaughter, a well-known artist who rocks Country American!

Nick Mardon is our very own talented local musician, teacher and performer. The NICK MARDON TRIO will bring a creative blend of blues, pop, jazz and funk to BP. Get ready to move!

80s rock done right! IRON DRAGON is Seattle’s hair band cover act. Get ready for Ratt, Whitesnake, Def Leppard, Motley Crue, Metallica, Iron Maiden, Slaughter, and more!

“Straight from the heart of the great Northwest”, SWEETKISS MOMMA is a “Roots,” “Southern” rock band. These guys are known for high energy performances!

DYLAN JAKOBSEN is a talented country music star. His new full length album, I AM is out, and he is ready to rock North Bend!

AYRON JONES is a rising star, straight from Seattle. With “fiery blues licks and booming hip-hop vibes,” they will bring a beautiful, new flavor as a BP headliner!

JAYLEIGH ANN AND THE LOST BOYS “blend energetic acoustic guitar, ukulele, keyboard and percussion with powerful, soulful vocals.” A talented young band, and rising stars!

THE HIPSTERS love North Bend. Originally from Renton, these guys bring with them solid dance rock, everything from The Killers and Kings of Leon, to Alice In Chains and Duran Duran!

YOUR HEADLINERS

Spike and the Impailers has been a beloved BP headliner since 2009, and we are grateful we’ve had the privilege of working with them. We look forward to more Spike in the Valley! This year, we welcome some bands to the stage that are new to our festival, as well as talented performances by IGNITE DANCE, CASCADE DANCE, DMW MARTIAL ARTS, MT SI WILDCATS!

JULY 20 is a big day! BP fosters pride and engagement while providing an economic boost to businesses by bringing in more foot traffic.

A LITTLE SOMETHING NEW..............................Performances will take place on or in front of the big, beautiful Main Stage, with no smaller stage. We plan to provide more space for vendors and other activities, keeping all music in one place on North Bend Way.

Another new, fun aspect of BP this year will be a fresh location for the free community KID ZONE: William H. Taylor Park, by the North Bend Train Depot. More shade, grass and room to play!

WE NEED YOU...................................................................................We can’t run a successful BP without you, our merchants and non- profits. The North Bend Downtown Foundation is our planning partner, and proceeds go toward growing the NBDF, so they can continue to help you. We are striving to be your partner in success, and invite you to bring a piece of your business “outside” alongside visiting vendors. Interested? Email bkeveren@northbendwa.gov. Applications are due June 10. DiscoverNorthBend.com/177/Downtown-Block-Party

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Business Outreach MeetingBusiness Outreach meetings, hosted

by the City of North Bend, are held the 3rd Thursday of each month, at 7:30 a.m. at Umpqua Bank. Local business owners are invited. These

meetings encourage interesting discus-sion and positive solutions to topics that affect our business community

A Message from the North Bend Downtown Foundation

Market Your Business with the Northwest Railway MuseumEach year, the Northwest Railway Museum reaches over 100,000 visitors, including nearly 50,000 train passengers. Ridership includes local, regional, national, and international visitors, many who visit with multi-generational families.

To encourage visitors to explore the Upper Snoqualmie Valley furthe, they’d like to share your business information! To be included, mail the following to Elizabeth@trainmuseum.org:

- Name of your business - A brief description, logo, and any discounts you may want to offer. Discounts are not required to participate and should be limited to day-of offers, with valid train ticket.

Spring is HERE! Visitors are coming! Which means it is time for a good spring cleaning. Sweep, clean, paint, brighten up your store front with flowers, remember the alleys, parking lots, train tracks that all leave a good or not-so-good impression of our town.

SIP SUDS & SI: We want to thank all the merchants who hosted a winery / brewery / cidery, artists and musicians that all made this art walk a huge success, and look forward to our next walk, on October 19! Additionally, we are looking for sponsors for this event. If your business is benefitting from the crowds during Sip Suds & Si, consider becoming a sponsor. Find more information on the North Bend Downtown Foundation Facebook page.

BLOCK PARTY & LEGENDS CAR SHOW: Plan now for road closures and LOTS of foot traffic on July 20 and 21. Consider offering coupons to get visitors to come back after the festival and car show to shop.

CONSTRUCTION UPDATE: Park Street Roundabout Construction to Begin Late SpringThe next project on the City’s Transportation Improvement Plan priority list is the Park Street - North Bend Way roundabout. In 2018, the City was a recipient of a $1 million grant toward this projec! We anticipate breaking ground in late spring. This roundabout will improve public safety, reduce traffic congestion and improve downtown walkability. If you have any questions about the project, please contact Tom Mohr, Acting Public Works Director at 425-888-7653 or email tmohr@northbendwa.gov.

MEMBERSHIP DRIVE: Support the NBDF by becoming a member! For just $25 a year, you can become a member of this non-profit organization whose purpose of supporting economic development, revitalization, and improvement benefits all businesses in North Bend. Your membership will help continue to bring events to our town like Block Party, Holly Days, Trick or Treat Street, Sip Suds & Si, and projects that will make our lovely city even more lovely. Join now! Contact Debra Landers: landers.debra@gmail.com, and receive your membership sticker or window decal. We are grateful for the support of our business community, and look forward to continue to give back to the unique, beautiful town we call home.

Sincerely,

Your Downtown FoundationBeth Burrows, Erin Craver, Debra Landers, Nancy Wray, Craig Glazier & Mary Miller

Rise with ArtAlong with the arrival of Summer Solstice in June, will be the debut of your soon-to-be neighborhood art creation space, the non-profit organization, North Bend Art & Industry.

Join NBAI at the historic North Bend Timber Company train building in its new location (1265 E. North Bend Way), to create art in artist-led workshops and

more.

Luke DayNextHome NW Experts is hosting an event to support pet adoptions and Canine

Companions for Independence, from 10- 5 p.m. in downtown North Bend. They’d love your help (offering goodie bags,

helping with a dog wash - lots of fun opportunities)! To help out, email debbiebuffelen@gmailcom.

Legends Car Show, Back in Town July 21!The Pacific Northwest Legends Car Club is back! The day after Downtown Block Party, they will be on North Bend Way, hosting a variety car show, from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information, visit LegendsCarClub.org/NorthBend. The Legends strive to put on the best organized and run car shows in the Pacific Northwest, while also working to raise funds for worthwhile local charities and causes, such as the Forgotten Children’s Fund.

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